Drake hears of the approaching armada and prepares to set sail 
- after finishing his game of bowls!

The Spanish wait for the troops to be gathered by the Duke of Palma 
- but where is he?

Drake sets off and successfully puts the Spanish to flight.

Those Spanish ships that survive the battle head north around Scotland and then down past Ireland - though they have little idea where they are!

The news of the defeat is eventually brought to King Philip 
who is none too happy with the Duke of Medina.

Back in England Elizabeth is very pleased with Francis Drake and his successful defeat of the Spanish Armada - the country celebrates.

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